A crackdown on zero-hours contracts could cost firms up to £2.9m a year, according to government analysis of its own upcoming employment reforms. The reforms have drawn widespread backlash, particularly from the hospitality and retail sectors, which will be most affected. Many companies use zero-hours contracts as a method of staffing quickly when demand requires … [Read more...]
AI visibility benchmark shows operators who AI recommends, and why
Rose-Brook AI Ltd has launched Rose-Brook Benchmark, a web-based hospitality platform that helps hotel owners, general managers and commercial teams see how selected AI assistants describe, compare and recommend their properties against real competitors. When a traveller asks an AI assistant where to stay, a hotel may be recommended, placed behind a competitor or left out … [Read more...]
AccessibleUK joins Accessible Hospitality Alliance
Accessible Hospitality Alliance (aha) continues to grow in collective expertise evidenced by AccessibleUK becoming the latest Service Partner Member to join the aha community. Led by Director Gillian Scotford, AccessibleUK specialises in accessible tourism and hospitality. Working alongside hospitality and tourism businesses to improve inclusive access to them for all … [Read more...]
GAIL’s Craft Community Develops More Than 50 Products While Tackling Food Waste
GAIL’s has highlighted the growing impact of its Craft Community, a network of farmers, growers and producers working with the bakery business on product development, responsible sourcing and waste reduction. During the past 18 months, GAIL’s said it has worked with its partners to develop more than 50 products, with approximately 15p in every £1 spent at its bakeries … [Read more...]
Techality joins Accessible Hospitality Alliance
Technology increasingly shapes how people experience hospitality and how inclusive and accessible workplaces operate. When applications are designed and implemented with all users in mind, they enable greater participation among guests and employees alike. Techality has joined Accessible Hospitality Alliance (aha) as its latest Service Partner Member, bringing firsthand … [Read more...]
Richard’s journey into hospitality recognised by the Kitchen Porters Club
Richard, a trainee at The CRUMBS Project, has been named July’s Kitchen Porter of the Month, recognising the hospitality skills he has developed and the commitment he has shown throughout his training. The work of a kitchen porter often happens away from public view, as does the progress involved in building the confidence, consistency and teamwork needed to perform … [Read more...]
How hotels are decoupling great food from hard-to-fill chefs
NOVA CHEF HOTEL FOOD & BEVERAGE Chef-quality food, without the kitchen brigade How hotels are decoupling great food from hard-to-fill chefs For as long as hotels have served food, its quality has been capped by the chefs a property can hire and keep. A growing number of UK hotels are quietly breaking that link — keeping the quality, and dropping the brigade. For as … [Read more...]
TRA Launches Review into Ceramic Tableware and Kitchenware Imports from China
The Trade Remedies Authority has initiated an interim review into an existing measure on imports of ceramic tableware and kitchenware from China. The review was launched yesterday, 20 July 2026, after the TRA noted that there may be continued dumping of the goods, with both increasing import volumes and falling prices. Despite current duties ranging between 13% and 36%, … [Read more...]
Sweet Solutions for Caterers: Country Range Launches Trio of Fruit Fillings
With the picnic season in full swing and alfresco occasions calling for some seductive summer sweets, Country Range has launched a new selection of Fruit Fillings which are brilliant for bakers and creators of sweet treats. The new fillings come in 2.5kg tubs in cases of two and are available in Bramley Apple, Red Cherry and Strawberry flavours. Created for caterers of all … [Read more...]
When Your Catering Business Outgrows Your Home Kitchen
A home kitchen can support a catering business for a while. But only up to a point. Order volume grows. Equipment starts to feel stretched. Storage becomes a daily problem. For some operators, it happens slowly, with a few too many orders turned down, a batch that does not fit, or a fridge that runs warm overnight. For others, it happens all at once, when a bigger contract … [Read more...]
Kensington Enclave Revealed: £335m Private Members’ Club To Auction Entire Contents
Exclusive Inner Sanctum of ‘The Other House’ Opens to the Public as 2,100 Designer Lots—From a 30ft Chandelier to Complete Bedroom Suites—Go Under the Hammer. One of London’s most exclusive luxury enclaves is to completely clear its decks. Following a landmark portfolio acquisition by integrated hospitality operator AENDRE, Europe’s leading hospitality specialist Pro … [Read more...]
Country Range Unveils New Ice Cream Treats
With temperatures soaring and few things as refreshing and indulgent as ice cream, Country Range has introduced two delicious new flavours designed to help caterers delight guests throughout the summer season. Available immediately in time for the warmer weather and National Ice Cream Day on 19th July, the latest additions to the Country Range portfolio include Salted … [Read more...]
Hospitality Firms Urged to Maximise Apprenticeship Funding Before Deadline
Hospitality firms across the UK are being encouraged to accelerate their apprenticeship plans to take advantage of existing funding opportunities before major changes come into effect later this year. With 16 apprenticeship standards set to be removed from government funding before the end of the year, organisations that do not act quickly risk missing opportunities to … [Read more...]
Country Range Group Unveils Strategy to Reach £1.5 Billion Turnover by 2030
Country Range Group (CRG) has unveiled an ambitious new five-year strategy aimed at driving significant growth across its membership, with plans to achieve £1.5 billion in sales by 2030. The announcement was made during the Group's annual exhibition and conference in Telford, where more than 650 delegates from across the foodservice sector gathered to discuss industry … [Read more...]
Haven Rolls Out Life-Saving Anaphylaxis Kits Across All 39 UK Holiday Parks
Haven has completed the rollout of life-saving anaphylaxis kits across all 39 of its UK holiday parks as part of a new partnership with Kitt Medical and Natasha's Foundation. The initiative includes the installation of Anaphylaxis Kitts containing emergency adrenaline auto-injectors (AAIs) alongside Continuing Professional Development (CPD) accredited training for more … [Read more...]
